Questions tagged [terminology]
For questions that ask what a gaming-specific term means, or what the terminology is for a gaming-specific concept.
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How can a game be 2.5D?
I've noticed some games be described as 2.5D. How can a game be 2.5D? Dimensions are discrete entities, aren't they?
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What is ping, and why is it important?
I've seen the term used in many online games but I'm not sure what it means.
What does 'ping' mean? Is it better to have high or low ping?
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What exactly is a "cheese" in Starcraft 2?
I seem to see commentators mention "cheese" with regards to Starcraft 2, but I'm not quite sure what they mean.
If a particular build/tactic is called a "cheese", does that mean it is a considered to ...
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What is lag compensation?
Specifically in regard to online games, what is lag compensation? Should it affect the way I play?
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What is a hit box?
What exactly is a hit box? Is there any way that knowing about hit boxes could help in a game?
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What is "wall riding"?
I have read the term "wall riding" somewhere .. what does it mean? It was related to car games.
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What is bunny hopping?
I hear the term bunny hopping thrown around a lot. What is it? Can it actually help me in some games?
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What does the term "carebear" mean in Eve Online?
I've recently re-activated my account. I've seen this term used in the online chat and wondered what it means.
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